BUZZ ROUNDUP

Welcome back to the BUZZ Roundup – keeping you in touch with happenings in Keevil village come rain or shine…

Apologies for the radio silence folks, it’s been a bit busy here in the ‘hood – but what an amazing, unforgettable five days of events in commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day we’ve had – so many villagers, friends and neighbours from all around enjoyed the Airfield Display, visited the Exhibition, listened to St Leonard’s bells ring out, had a pint at The Local and joined the Procession of Light, grooved at the Dance Night, ran it off at the Airfield Games Day, had a jam sandwich at the Picnic, and rounded it all off with a lovely Sunday Service – not forgetting the moving books of poems and pictures created by the children of Keevil School… a massive Keevilian-size thank you to everyone involved, it was truly special.

There were many beautiful, humbling moments of reconnection with our history and one another, from the fellow from Northampton whose father flew an SAS mission from Keevil who came to the exhibition and walked the perimeter airstrip in memory of his dad, to the stories of villagers families who’d played a part, and the delightful chap from Yarnbrook who came to every single happening… 

So, we’re going to create a commemorative KEEVIL DD80 photo album of photographs taken at all the events as well as everything from the exhibition – and we’d love to hear of any stories you have to tell from last week, and any photographs you’d like to share – email Sarah on callymosh@yahoo.co.uk. 

In the meantime, have you spotted all 22 differences on the Spot The Difference yet? Despite several hours pouring over the centre spread of the Parish News, I can only get to a possible 20….!

Coming up next… 

• Keevil life waits for no-one and we’re now marching onwards to that bedrock of a country summer, the annual Church & Village Fete which opens at 2pm this coming Saturday 15th June… if anyone has any handcrafted cards, cake or anything else to contribute to the stalls, do get in touch, deets here;
• Next Tuesday 18th June the Walking Group are off for for a lovely walk of 3.7 miles around NUNNEY COMBE, with lunch at The George Inn, Nunney – the good news is there’s no stiles and there should be plenty of time to enjoy a nose at Nunney Castle before lunch. Full deets on the page, let Sarah know if you’re coming;
• The next meeting of the Keevil Wine Appreciation Club is Friday 21st June with an Austrian theme, contact Kim or David if you fancy a taste;
• And then we’re into July, which means FIRST TUESDAY is back on Tuesday 2nd July in the village hall 2.30–4pm, always guaranteed great cake and a cuppa in the best of company…
• …followed by the singular Tower Trips Teddies & Teas at St Leonard’s event on Saturday 6th July, 2-4pm, this is one you’re not going to want to miss for the world!
• The Walking Group is planning an Away-Day this year, with a trip to Swanage and a coastal walk on Friday 12th July… more info on the page, get in touch with Geoff if you’re interested;
• Bookworms – the Mobile Library will be back at Stocks Green on Monday 15th July 10:35-10:55am;
• And deadline for the JULY & AUGUST edition of the Parish News will be Thursday 20th June at 5pm so don’t miss it!

Parish Matters

There’s various road closures over the next few weeks out on the Bulkington side, stay tuned to One Network and select ‘next two weeks’ 

The 2024 ANNUAL COMMUNITY EVENT & MEETING was another great success, thanks to everyone who contributed –

• Draft minutes here Minutes_ANNUAL PARISH COMMUNITY MEETING_24 May 2024_DRAFT_
• And the Annual Report in case you missed it Annual Report 2023-24_v1.1

The next Parish Council Meeting will be Monday 1st July at 7.30pm in the village hall – agenda will be here where you’ll also find minutes of previous meetings;

And finally…

The Keevil Village website and Buzz is entirely funded by the generosity of individuals and groups in the village. This year TeamKV are incredibly grateful to the First Tuesday Club for a donation of £120, and the Fun Committee’s Safari Supper for a donation of £130 – this will see us through this years hosting costs and next years too, so THANK YOU everyone for your continued support, it means the world!

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That’s all for now folks – find us on Facebook for real-time discussions on Keevil Village, marketplace on For Sale, Free or Wanted in Keevil, or wander down memory lane on Keevil Memories… thank you for all your support, and if you have any news, pictures or stories to share, don’t hesitate to get in touch

Andie, Joni and Sarah #villagelife #lovewherewelive #keevilians